Keeping tabs on your employees' schedules can be hard during a normal work week, but as the holidays hit and you add extra shifts, this process can become even more difficult. The Kronos computerized…
Feria de Malaga is a city in Spain, but is also the name of an annual fiesta that dates back to 1487. This was the year Ferdinand and Isabella returned to the city to take it by from the rule of the…
Originally woven from natural plants and grasses, Tukutuku is a traditional art form of the New Zealand Maori. Based on the "X" shape of cross stitches, these weavings incorporate geometric shapes…
With its rich mix of cultures, Louisiana has a heritage of many different traditions. While the southern portion of Louisiana was inhabited by French-speaking Catholics, both white and black, the…
Arabic holidays focus on the Islamic religion. During holidays, the Muslim individuals don't eat during the day and feast during the evening. Businesses or restaurants may be closed and smoking and…
When visiting another culture, smart tourists apprise themselves of the customs of the country. Knowing about any festivals and holidays which will take place during your trip can both provide…
Americans celebrate many of the same holidays that people around the world celebrate, like Christmas (December 25) and Easter (first Sunday following the first full moon after the Spring equinox), and…
Legal American holidays, also called federal or public holidays, include a wide array of celebrations. On public holidays, federal employees do not work and federal offices are closed. If one of these…
The 1800s provided the U.S. with much cowboy history. More famous than the guns were some of the outlaws and lawmen that used them. In 1881, outlaw Billy the Kid, accused of 21 murders, was killed by…
Trees have long held a place among the sacred myths and folklore of human beings, according to Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations consultant, Judith Crews. Crews observes, "Even…
Panama is the southernmost country in Central America, located on a narrow isthmus between Costa Rica and Colombia. The country is culturally diverse with large populations of indigenous people, such…
Hanukkah commemorates a Jewish uprising against Hellenistic (Syrian-Greek) domination in Israel during the second century BC. Science activities appropriate for preschoolers can easily be designed to…
Since 450 B.C., when the Celts from Middle Europe sailed across the ocean to settle in Ireland, the Irish have lent the charm of their culture to the holidays they celebrate. Along with the major…
Sitting in front of a roaring fire with a good book is the perfect way to spend the month of December. The library is the perfect place to get those books, and the display tables help people decide…
Many holidays and traditions come about through historical events, local folklore and legends. Germany is no different. This country is one with a long, rich history that has helped formed its own…
The Republic of Fiji is an archipelago of more than 300 islands in the South Pacific. Most of the population is concentrated on two main islands and so the diverse cultures, Fijian, Indian and Muslim,…
A Christmas breakfast or brunch is a wonderful idea for a Latter-Day Saints (LDS) Christmas ward celebration. This option is good if the ward is having difficulty finding a time to have the annual…
China has the distinction of being one of the oldest civilizations on Earth, dating back to at least 2100 BC. With such an old culture comes old traditions, including national holidays. Chinese…
There are many Mexican holidays that coincide with various dates of religious or military significance. Each calendar month contains at least one--if not several--designated Mexican holidays.
Games are an interactive, entertaining way to teach children the history, meaning and traditions of certain holidays. Before you teach children a game for a particular holiday, give them a brief…
Holidays are a time to take a break from the normal routine and celebrate a special occasion. American public schools celebrate all official federal holidays. On official holidays, the students are…
Death is a part of life, and at some point we will all face the loss of a loved one. Losing a parent can be counted among the worst grief that anyone will ever have to endure. Memories of childhood…
MMI is an acronym with more than 250 meanings. Five of the most popular meanings--these ones relating to automotive design, systems, popular music, education and finances--are listed below.
You'll meet many people from school, work and other activities as you go through life. It's easy to lose touch with the contacts you acquire. You get busy with your family, and before you know it, a…
There are a number of poor people throughout the world and if you are one of the people that is more fortunate, it's natural to want to find ways that you can help poor people, especially during the…
Calendars are popular fundraisers for nonprofit organizations. Groups can personalize them in any way and can sell them in the community at a fair price. Everyone needs a calendar to keep track of…
Part of U.S. culture is to celebrate the holidays with family and friends, although sometimes it's easy to forget the meaning of the holidays we love to celebrate.
The Union of Myanmar, also known as Burma, is located in Southeast Asia. Myanmar borders China, Laos, Thailand, Bangladesh, India and the Bay of Bengal. Despite globalization, Myanmar has retained…
The Jewish High Holidays -- Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur -- are among the most sacred days of the year. They are days of self reflection and of prayer to a higher power. Many people attend synagogue…
A statutory, or public, holiday, is mandated by the government at the federal, provincial or territorial level. They are usually, but not always, paid days off for public and private employees.
For most people, the cardinal directions are merely points on the compass that help them navigate the roads. For some people, the cardinal directions have deep spiritual significance that help them…
If you have visited Pennsylvania, in particular Lancaster County, you have probably seen quaint Amish folk driving their horse-drawn buggies, or maybe you have purchased their simple furniture and…
During the holidays, many people get into the spirit of giving. Some people give to family members or friends and others give to complete strangers. If you have a desire to give to those you don't…
What characterizes Greek food most is its homeland's fortuitous location and climate, with plenty of sun and coastline. In general terms, Greece has a Mediterranean style of cuisine, and the Greeks…
Whether you shop, browse, sell or buy at a bazaar, the event can be fun to attend and a great place to get ideas for presents for the holidays. Perhaps, even, you have wanted to host your own bazaar.…
Some of the most familiar symbols of Judeo-Christian holidays derive from much older pagan rituals and icons. Sharing holidays together builds knowledge and respect among those of differing faiths.…
Helping our fellow man is important throughout the year, but seems particularly salient during the holiday season. While you celebrate and give thanks for what you have in your own life, consider…
Christmas carols are an important part of the holiday celebration in Romania. These songs are thought to give singers the power to connect with God as they reflect on Jesus' birth, and to gain the…
Want to help children's wishes come true this holiday season? Then set up a giving tree in your place of business.
Recipes for Polish special-occasion foods such as pierogi, poppy seed rolls or honey cakes aren't difficult to find. Most Polish cookbooks include a section on holiday foods.
You can help a child in need by donating your time and attention to help make this holiday season extra special.
No holiday party is complete without festive holiday cookies, oozing with color and sugary sweetness. Wrap your cookies up with shiny paper and present them as a special holiday gift.